Rishab Malik

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Managing Partner at Jungle Ventures

Singapore, Singapore

Overview

Rishab Malik is a Managing Partner at Jungle Ventures, focusing on early and growth-stage technology investments in Southeast Asia and India. He co-founded Droom. in, a major Indian automobile marketplace. An alumnus of INSEAD (MBA) and The University of Texas at Austin, he is described by colleagues as intelligent, resourceful, and hard-working.

Outside of his direct investment work, Rishab is the host of "The First Cheque, " a podcast where he engages in candid conversations with founders and fellow venture capitalists. This platform allows him to share valuable insights and experiences with the broader startup and investment community.

Unique fact: He co-founded Droom. in, one of Indias largest online marketplaces for buying and selling automobiles and related services.

Personality Overview

Big Vision Person

Direct & Assertive

Early Adopter

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Founder to VC Journey
As the co-founder of Droom. in and now a Managing Partner at Jungle Ventures, he possesses a unique perspective on the transition from operator to investor.
Venture Capital Podcasting
He hosts "The First Cheque, " a podcast where he shares insights for founders and investors through conversations with industry leaders.
SEA & India Tech
His role at Jungle Ventures is centered on identifying and backing promising early to growth-stage technology companies in Southeast Asia and India.

Media Appearances

Jungle Ventures elevates two executives to managing partner. Featured in Economic Times

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Jungle Ventures promotes Arpit Beri and Rishab Malik to Managing Partners as Indian and SEA VC deals pick up. Featured in CNBC TV18

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Rishab Malik's Investing Profile - Jungle Ventures Venture Partner. Featured in NFX Signal

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Work History

1-2026
Managing Partner at Jungle Ventures
10-2023 - 1-2026
Partner at Jungle Ventures
9-2020 - 10-2023
Venture Partner at Jungle Ventures
1-2015 - 3-2019
Co-founder and Vice-President of Business Development at droom Technology
8-2013 - 1-2015
Operating Partner at GSF India

Education

2010 - 2010
MBA from INSEAD
2000 - 2005
Bachelor of Arts from The University of Texas at Austin

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Insights For Selling To Rishab

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rishab is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rishab

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rishab move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Rishab take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Rishab

Personality Compatibility


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